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- Dance For Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Brian AkersBallroom and Latin dancing is so much fun and the proof is there that it also promotes wellbeing. Not only the physical aspects of dance but for the mind too and including social interaction. The benefits are wide ranging and less injury prone unlike other sports with heavy weight and high ...
Views: 1312(2 votes) - Discover The Greatest Exercise Ever Developed for Increased Health and Fitness! - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Matthew FlintonYes… I boldly proclaimed… the greatest exercise ever developed. For this claim to be true… lets discuss what the exercise must be able to do. First… it must strengthen each and every muscle in the body…all in one movement…check! Second… it must strengthen and improve the cardiovascular ...
Views: 1312 - Home Workouts: Are They Really Worth It - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2007 from Scott WhiteThe DVD is loaded in the player, you have the TV turned to just the right angle for viewing, you have a cold-water bottle strapped to the side of your exercise bicycle, and you're ready to begin your home workout. But can you really gain as much benefit from workouts at home as opposed to ...
Views: 1312 - How To Find Your Motivation To Lose Weight - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from mike medeirosDeciding to lose weight is usually a simple thing to do. Really committing to losing the weight is a bit harder. A single way to make your weight loss challenge easier is to discover your motivation to lose weight. Once you have your motivation to lose weight, the actual weight loss may be ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - One Great Way to Work with a NYC Personal Trainer - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2013 from Andrew SchmarjeIn home personal training is one of the best ways to maximize time and results from workouts. Many clients are also more comfortable training in a more private setting like their home or apartment building gym, More privacy allows you to focus on yourself,- do your own thing (workout) and be ...
Views: 1311 - Squats: Your Key to Elite-Level Fitness - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Mark LamendolaWhy do so many fitness programs just seem not to deliver on the promised results? The reasons mostly have to do with a failure to elicit the body's adaptive response. High reps and low-intensity may be easy to do, but they don’t cause the body to adapt. Properly done squats solve this ...
Views: 1311 - Stop Buying Into Bulk - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Joanna TaylorIf one more woman says: ‘I don’t want to get bulky’, to me in the gym when I suggest weight training I’m going to scream! Have we still not debunked this myth of women blowing up like Arnold Schwartzenegger at the sight of a dumbbell? I thought the recent London Olympics would have shown girls ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - A Young Athlete Growing Up And The True Benefits To Exercising - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2013 from Dennis SimsekNow at the age of 33, I've been involved with tennis for a very long time. Through the years I realized that there are many more benefits to the tennis journey then there were downfalls. Being an athlete can truly make you a great person. In fact, some of the life lessons you learn in sports ...
Views: 1310 - Functional Golf Training - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Bob FormanMost sports that involve striking an object do so while the object is in motion. Unlike baseball, tennis, hockey, soccer, and the like, golf requires that contact be made with a stationary object. That may sound like a simpler task, but consider that productive contact relies upon the physical ...
Views: 1310 - 3 Tips To Bust Through Your Weight Loss Plateau - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2009 from Sean BarkerAre you frustrated with your weight loss results even though you have lost some fat around your middle and your spare truck tire is now the size of a bicycle tire? Well read on to get that fat burning furnace started again. Basically what is happening when you plateau on a weight loss program ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - How to Make the Most Out of Your Fitness Tracker - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2015 from Mark HenrySo, you’ve finally decided to get serious and purchase a fitness tracker, but wearing one when you work out will not guarantee instant fitness and weight loss. For maximum results, you need to know how to game the system so that you make the most out of it. Here are a few tips that you can ...
Views: 1309 - Tai Chi - How a 2500 year old art can be a key to your best health. - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Andrew MackeyTai Chi is one of my favorite forms of exercise, and I recommend it to anybody who wants to stay healthy and happy as the years go by. Here’s why: Tai Chi is a Chinese system of slow meditative physical exercise designed for relaxation, balance and health. It was originally designed ...
Views: 1309 - The Truth - How To Gain Muscle - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Michael PluszekNo matter how much we want to gain muscles, the truth is that our bodies will always be trying to do exercises in the most efficient way possible. This is the true regardless if you’re a Hardgainer or not or whatever your fitness goals may be. What does this mean? In order to gain healthy weight ...
Views: 1309 - Is Peanut Butter Healthy? Not Really - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Emilia KlappHere is a question I receive in my nutrition classes quite often: Is peanut butter healthy? Well, the answer is, “not quite”. Peanut butter is considered an inflammatory food because of its ratio between Omega 6 and Omega 3 fats. And as you probably know, chronic inflammation is the root for ...
Views: 1307(1 vote) - Top benefits of physiotherapy and vibration training - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from hazar umutayPhysiotherapy has been used since ancient times and it is been followed from 19th century to until now. Physiotherapy includes heat, electrical treatment and water based treatments which could heal the people without causing any unwanted side effects. During the World War II the affected ...
Views: 1307 - Kettlebell Training - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2015 from Peter HirshI began
Views: 1306 - Less pain and more gain comes with the right protein - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2014 from James BurbankHave you ever looked at yourself in the mirror, and were unhappy with the reflection? So you started working-out, going to the gym regularly, and then came the time when you had to go on a protein diet. Now what? Don’t panic, we’ve got you covered. Take some time and read all about the types of ...
Views: 1306 - Life Fitness X5 Elliptical Trainer How to get more from your home gym. - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Daniel ZindrenMost people find Life Fitness X5 elliptical trainer the perfect way to get fit at home and having purchased thier trainer they set about using it without actually making a decision about what it is that they are trying to achieve. The evidence shows that you need to set a goal to really achieve ...
Views: 1306 - Fast Facts about Penis Sores – Understanding Behçet’s Disease - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from John DuganMen who suffer from frequent, recurring penis sores or ulcers, accompanied by mouth sores, may have an inflammatory condition known as Behçet’s Disease (sometimes referred to as Behçet’s Syndrome). Because symptoms such as penis ulcers are also characteristic of numerous other health ...
Views: 1305 - Get Fit to Fight: Fighter Strength - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Kris DonaldsonIt has been my experience that strength training is poorly executed, or even simply neglected by MMA practitioners, and it is easy to understand why. There is such a huge demand on the athletes - especially younger fighters. The hours they put into training each discipline, as well as ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - Making Time For Exercise - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Wendy StollThe most common complaint I hear as a personal trainer is “I don’t have time to workout.” Exercise should be like brushing your teeth. It’s something you should do everyday. Here are some tips to help you fit physical activity into your day: 1. Keep a time log for a few days to see if you ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - Smoking pot can lead to testicular cancer says study - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Varun JainCancer raises its head again! A new study unravels that people smoking marijuana show more risk of testicular cancer. The study shows that use of marijuana may also have long lasting consequences on men’s overall condition of health and fertility. The Californian study The research study ...
Views: 1305 - Ten Ways to Get Healthy - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2012 from Adrian BrownHere are ten ways to get healthy. These ten undeniably easy tips show you how to take your health to the next level by simply applying them to your daily routine. Living a healthy life is not half as difficult as many may think it is. The time you take to address matters of your health ...
Views: 1305(2 votes) - The Best Lower Body Exercises - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from sarah labdarLower body exercise is necessary to balance and stabilize the body. Our legs and the muscles of the lower body support the upper body and initiate body movement. Without proper strength in the lower body, the body would be immobile, unable to support the rest of itself. Therefore it is essential ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - Answers to Fitness Myths! - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Michele CarmichaelFitness facts and fictions Q: How can I reduce the fat around my middle, or any other specific area of the body? A: Spot reduction is not possible! The only way to lose fat is through reduced caloric intake and exercise. Cardiovascular training is an excellent way to reduce fat, and should be ...
Views: 1304 - Easy Methods to Get Six Pack Abs: Abdominal Exercises Work? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Adams LoisToned abs (also referred to as six pack abs) are commonly regarded as one of the “must haves” in the fitness repertoire for each women and men. They can give consumers a very desirable athletic and youthful look, they might support boost one’s sexual appeal, and possibly most importantly they ...
Views: 1304 - Should You Take Whey Protein Supplements? - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2012 from Peter RosebergWhey protein is one of the most well-known workout supplements. It may come in the form of shake or powder. A derivative of milk, whey protein offers a comprehensive amino acid profile, and provides several benefits when taken as a supplement. While there is not much research done on the effects ...
Views: 1304(1 vote) - Sleep Deprivation Has An Effect On Your Health - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Jim RosenauLack of sleep or sleep deprivation can effect your over all health. Sleep deprivation has many side effects that we will cover. Ensuring we get enough sleep can help your weight loss, but why? Sleep deprivation is the condition of not having enough sleep. Most people need 6-8 hours of sleep ...
Views: 1304 - We Lost 132 lbs In 4 Months By Detoxing! - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Celeste DavisBy the time I was 48 I weighed in at 240 lbs, double my marriage weight 30 years prior. At 42 my body age was predicted to be 67 through a true body age test at my workplace. The news was devastating but I knew I felt about 67 already so it wasn't a surprise. Recently diagnosed with Type 2 ...
Views: 1304 - Yoga Clohing For Women To Begin The New Year - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Fushi Wellbeing LtdThe demand for yoga clothes is growing rapidly as it appears everyone seems to be doing yoga these days. It’s all about looking good in the studios and yoga clothing is here to stay. Yoga has spread and its here to stay and so now there is the need for specialised yoga wear. More women tend ...
Views: 1304 - Give Your Backbone The Comfort Of A Car Seat Back Support - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Matt HudsonAs the world becomes a smaller place, travel has become an inherent part of our lives and most of us need to cover long distances in relation to their work or for any other purpose. If you also belong to that group of people who spend a major chunk of their time traveling by road then you must ...
Views: 1303 - Do Fructose and Fruit Make You Fat and Unhealthy? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsDoes regular fructose intake ruin insulin sensitivity, cause weight gain, and damage your metabolism? Many health gurus claim that fruit can cause horrible things in the body due to the sugar molecule it contains, known as fructose. I’ve known many people that were thoroughly convinced ...
Views: 1302 - BEST NEW WAYS TO LOSE WEIGHT IN YOUR FACE - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from jean bamLOSE WEIGHT IN YOUR FACE How can the female with fat face do? What reasons cause female's face fat? Here is a specific look. http://www.howtoloseweightinyourface.net/2017/08/lose-weight-in-your-face.html HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT IN YOUR FACE The first reason of the fat face is: facial ...
Views: 1301 - What Are The Benefits of Weight Lifting - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from John OxnardI’m sure everyone knows that weight lifting is the best form of exercise to build muscle. However, not everyone knows that weight lifting has many other health benefits that aren’t so obvious. Weight Lifting Promotes Good Posture The first benefit of weight lifting is improved posture. The ...
Views: 1301(1 vote) - Gain Weight Health supplements To Help In Developing Muscle - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Steven DeAngeloDo you really need weight gain nutritional supplements to gain lean muscle? Maybe one of the most confusing areas to be in the whole world is the exercising supplement aisle within your nearby nutrition store. Certainly, I claimed aisle, but the fact is, you will find health supplements all over ...
Views: 1300 - Can Your Mind Shape Your Body? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Jake RhodesWe’ve all done it. We’ve all decided that *now* is the time to begin an exercise program. How long does it typically last though? A week, a month…occasionally a little longer. Why does this happen? You start working out with the intention of remaining dedicated and sticking with it, yet soon ...
Views: 1299(1 vote) - Do your calories workout? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2014 from Kenny McDowell03 September 2014 Ever wondered when you are trying to lose weight or gain muscle how much you should be eating? We all want to either make lean gains or drop body fat and maintain muscle and it can be confusing as to how much we need to eat to do this. There are tools out there that ...
Views: 1299 - Hip Flexor Pain and Ways to Manage It - by Submitted on May 01, 2018 from Marta KaliWhat Is a Hip Flexor The hips have muscles in front of them called hip flexors. They stretch from the femur bones and groin area up to the lower back and hips. These muscles are what give us the ability to lift our legs up when we walk, jog, or run. Because of this, the hip flexors are very ...
Views: 1299 - Standards of The Fitness Industry...Have Your Say! - by Submitted on May 30, 2011 from Daniel ClementineStandards of the Fitness Industry.. Have Your Say! Motivation. Education. Discipline. Service (MEDS) Dear Readers and in particular health and fitness professionals, In this day and age where addressing the health of our western populations has come to the forefront of every debate, we as ...
Views: 1297 - The Easiest Ways of Getting Rid Of Tummy Fat for Good - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from Michael WilliamsShakes, puddings, powders and grapefruit: Name the fad diet, and you have attempted it, every time hoping it really is the one that works. Then you definitely watched that dreaded needle upon the dreadful scale drift immediately back up to where you started. It truly is embarrassing which a ...
Views: 1297 - ***Book Review: Yoga As Medicine: The Yogic Prescription for Health and Healing - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2007 from Debbie MolisThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Fitness & Exercise. Fitness & Exercise can improve one’s overall physique, as well as their health, mind, and attitude. Amy Lundberg is the Official Guide to Fitness & Exercise. Yoga as Medicine: The Yogic Prescription for ...
Views: 1296 - Maintain and care your body with Pilates studio software - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2016 from Lidia PeckStudiobookingsonline.com provide you an opportunity to instruct those person who want the instructor and with our software service you can able to make the sense that how to instruct your client for their exercise. Exercise and proper Diet is very important for the maintaining human’s health. ...
Views: 1296 - If You Want To Build Muscle Include These Foods In Your Diet - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Tim RyanIt is a well known fact nowadays that to build muscle diet is a key component that will determine whether you are successful or not. If your diet is poor regardless of how hard you train you won't grow. So just quickly we'll outline a few basic rules for a great 'build muscle diet' and then ...
Views: 1295(2 votes) - Losing belly fat with fitness treadmill machine - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Charles OngPeople will likely advise you that shedding belly fat is among the most difficult obstacles in fat-shedding attempts. There’s truth in this. Seeing yourself in the mirror right before slipping into your working attire each and every morning, a nagging thought of “whats the reason it’s far from ...
Views: 1295 - Walk Your Way Fit! - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2003 from Laura Turner“It requires a direct dispensation from Heaven to become a walker.” ~Henry David Thoreau Have you been looking for an easy, fun way to get fit? One that doesn’t involve costly equipment or a ton of time? Would you like to: • Lose weight? • Improve endurance? • Tone muscles? • Enjoy long ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Top Tips to enjoy your Workouts at the Gym - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Chloe HibbertAhhh, the gym: a heady world of loud music, pounding feet and sweaty bodies. Converted gym-bunnies wax lyrical about the range of equipment, sociable atmosphere and accessibility. But for others, the gym is akin to the dentists’ chair, something to be avoided at all costs. So what is it about ...
Views: 1294(1 vote) - Whats important in a baby jogger - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Billy DelaneyAre you looking to get back into shape after having a baby or babies? Baby joggers are the easiest solution for your busy mother needs. Not only is it good for you to get out into the sunshine for a walk or jog, but it’s good for the baby, too. But how to choose among the many baby joggers on ...
Views: 1294 - 4 Simple, Alternative Exercises to Spice Up Your Routine - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2015 from Anica OaksAfter a long day of work, running errands, and eating on the run, these exercises are guaranteed to make you will feel healthier, more relaxed, and ready for a good night’s sleep. Now instead of turning into a couch potato on your day off, you will have the stored energy you need to participate ...
Views: 1293 - The Classic Things You Will Do To "Shoot Yourself In The Foot" - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Charles StaleyFormer World karate champion and popular action star Chuck Norris was once asked if he ever made mistakes, upon which he replied "no." Seeing the surprised and somewhat incredulous reaction of the interviewer, Norris continued by explaining that sure, he makes mistakes all the time, but only ...
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